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Pursuing Insurance Recovery for Wildfire Losses

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/01/25

Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have suffered losses due to the recent Los Angeles wildfires. Below we offer some guidance to those affected by these devastating fires to pursue and preserve their rights to insurance recovery for their losses....

FDI Outlook 2025: Navigating National Security Reviews in a Transforming Global Landscape

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/01/25

As 2025 begins, the foreign direct investment (FDI) landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Driven by geopolitical shifts, technological advancements, and changing regulatory priorities, businesses must navigate an increasingly complex web of national security reviews.

CFPB finalizes rule to remove medical bills from credit reports and prohibit lenders from considering medical information

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/01/25

On January 7, the CFPB issued a final rule amending Regulation V. Among other things, the final rule prohibits credit reporting companies from including medical bills on credit reports sent to lenders and prohibits lenders from considering medical information.

EU Digital Operational Resilience Act Priorities for 2025

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/01/25

Background - The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), a European Union (EU) regulation that is set to transform how financial entities and their information technology (IT) service providers manage operational risks, will apply from 17 January 2025.

FTC Updates HSR Filing Fees and Revises Thresholds for 2025; Minimum Size for Reportable Transactions Increases to $126.4 Million

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/01/25

The Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (HSR Act) requires all parties to transactions that meet certain transaction size and other tests to file premerger notification forms for mergers and other transactions with both the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Jus

New HSR and interlocking directorate thresholds announced for 2025

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/01/25

On 10 January 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced the annual jurisdictional adjustments for premerger notification filings made pursuant to Section 7A of the Clayton Act, known as the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (HSR Act).

Pittsburgh Jury’s Attempt to Award $22 Million in Johnson & Johnson Talc Case Highlights Trial Complexities

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/01/25

On Jan. 6, a Pittsburgh jury concluded a month-and-a-half long trial involving a suit asserting that decedent Michaeleen Lee developed mesothelioma from exposure to asbestos-containing talcum powder products made by Johnson & Johnson.

CFPB files complaint against CRA, alleging faulty dispute resolution procedures

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/01/25

On January 7, the CFPB filed a complaint against a consumer reporting agency, alleging violations of the FCRA and the CFPA’s prohibition on unfair acts or practices. The complaint alleges the company failed meet its dispute-resolution obligations under the FCRA....

2025 Key Dates for EU Trade and Regulatory Developments

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/01/25

This year will be an active one for trade and regulatory developments in the European Union (EU). During the 2019–2024 term of the European Commission, the EU introduced a wide range of regulations impacting various sectors.

SEC Doesn’t Like Secret Hush Money Deals Either: Former Head of WWE Settles Charges for Not Disclosing Confidential Settlements With His Accusers

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/01/25

On January 10, 2025, the SEC announced settled charges against Vince McMahon, former Executive Chair and CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment Inc., for signing two settlement agreements without disclosure to the board, anyone at the company, or auditors....

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